Archive for January, 2009
Collateral Repossession Agent Shot to Death in Alabama
The Repo Man (Collateral Recovery and Repossession Professionals) is often cussed at, screamed at, spit on, punched, kicked and generally not liked by most debtors. Absolutely NOTHING justifies what happened to a Birmingham, Alabama collateral recovery specialist early this morning. The Birmingham Police Department has reported that a brother of a car owner took the [...]
Collateral Repossession Agent Shot to Death in Alabama
The Repo Man (Collateral Recovery and Repossession Professionals) is often cussed at, screamed at, spit on, punched, kicked and generally not liked by most debtors. Absolutely NOTHING justifies what happened to a Birmingham, Alabama collateral recovery specialist early this morning. The Birmingham Police Department has reported that a brother of a car owner took the [...]
Using Shotguns During Bail Enforcement Operations
One of the most common questions I am asked by new investigators working bail fugitive recovery assignments is, “Should I carry a shotgun while attempting an apprehension?” It is certainly common to see law enforcement officers employ shotguns during arrests and other disturbances when working with a partner but a shotgun is still considered a [...]
Service of Process Via Email
Northern Virginia Judge Considering Service of Process Via E-mail Service of process via e-mail is not just gaining acceptance in Australia (read our previous article regarding serving process through Facebook). Now, several Virginia attorneys are hoping they will be able to convince a Federal District Court Judge to approve a motion to serve a summons [...]
Texas Private Investigators and Computer Technicians to be Addressed in 2009
Texas House Bill 2833 to be Addressed in the 2009 Legislative Session Under current language, Texas house bill 2833 can be easily interpreted, and has been interpreted by many in our industry, to read that Texas computer technicians must be licensed as private investigators.
Texas Private Investigators and Computer Technicians to be Addressed in 2009
Texas House Bill 2833 to be Addressed in the 2009 Legislative Session Under current language, Texas house bill 2833 can be easily interpreted, and has been interpreted by many in our industry, to read that Texas computer technicians must be licensed as private investigators.
Shortcomings of Technology: The Corruption of Legal Research
By: Scott P. Stolley, Esq. “A lawyer without books would be like a workman without tools.” —Thomas Jefferson I have this dream—a nightmare really—like one of those dreams where you’re trapped in an embarrassing or compromising position. In this dream, I walk into my law firm’s library, and the shelves and books are gone. Instead, [...]
Merlin Information Services Raises Rates for Database Access
From Merlin: Effective January 1, 2009, this notice officially amends your Merlin Service Agreement, as follows: The monthly “Low Activity Fee” is discontinued. MONTHLY SERVICE FEE. A $20.00 Service Fee will be assessed each month. This fee will be waived for any month in which the Customer’s purchases exceed $35.00. PAYMENT OF MONTHLY SERVICE FEE. [...]
